Water Cycle

Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the clouds to the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

The water cycle is powered by the sun's energy.

Evaporation is when water changes from a liquid to a gas.

Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

Runoff is water that flows over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation and drives the entire water cycle.

Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.

Water returns to the Earth as precipitation when it falls from clouds.

Evaporation is when water turns into vapor, while condensation is when vapor turns back into liquid.

Runoff is important because it returns water to other locations on Earth, helping to replenish water sources.